Syria does not need a ‘handshake litmus test’
Whatever Western media may have you believe, the Syrian leadership’s handshake choices will not determine the country’s future. On January 3, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock and French Foreign Minister…
Syria FM in Saudi Arabia on first foreign visit for new government
Syria FM in Saudi Arabia on first foreign visit for new government NewsFeed Syria’s top diplomat arrived in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday in the first foreign visit for Syria’s new…
Syria says ex-rebel groups agree to integrate under Defence Ministry
De facto Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa says factions agreed to disband following a meeting with the heads of the groups. Syria’s de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has reached an agreement…
Jihadis being held in Syria pose a ‘chronic’ threat to the West’s security if they are released
Thousands of jihadis being held in Syria pose a ‘chronic’ threat to the West’s security if they are released, the former chief of MI6 has warned. Sir Alex Younger said…
“Euphoria” in Syria could quickly turn to “frustration”
Quotable Mohamad Elmasry, a professor of media studies, talks about the challenges Syrians face that could easily disrupt the current mood. Published On 17 Dec 2024 Read More
How can Syria be rebuilt and who will pay?
Years of war and sanctions have left much of the country in ruins. Years of war and sanctions mean Syria is in dire need of reconstruction. Foreign funding is essential,…
‘A number not a name’: In Syria, freed prisoners recall horrors of the past
Idlib, Syria – “My name was number 1100,” Hala said, still fearful of being identified by her real name. Hala is one of the thousands who have been freed from…
Syria war to have ‘massive’ effect on Lebanon: US envoy Hochstein
The top Biden diplomat said a weakened Syrian government will make it difficult for Iran to transfer weapons to Hezbollah. Doha, Qatar – The weakening of Syria’s government with the…